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Pretty, black, facelift A8L kicking it with me on OH tpke., around noonish. Anybody? - mAgnum8 2008-11-29 13:22:25 (47 views) throw me in the buckey list! - mcarcane 2008-12-01 09:27:27 (49 views) are you a Buckeye too? - sieben 2008-12-01 07:25:35 (20 views) The GT2 is currently in Willoughby Porsche Audi (formerly Stoddard) - mAgnum8 2008-12-01 10:12:44 (13 views)
a8 trans squeal 1st and 2nd when the car is cold - mole32 2008-11-29 13:13:35 (66 views) Re: a8 trans squeal 1st and 2nd when the car is cold - Jkay 2008-11-29 13:18:19 (84 views) I like this word, "cavitation." - airbil 2008-11-29 17:34:07 (37 views) ^^^ What he said.^^^ - tozoM8 2008-11-29 15:08:48 (35 views) Re: a8 trans squeal 1st and 2nd when the car is cold - mAgnum8 2008-11-29 13:28:32 (57 views) agreed. what kind of shop did the fluid change? - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-29 13:41:28 (42 views)
Finally got the S-Line wheels on my car. Pics - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-29 12:02:25 (286 views) Gorgeous--love those wheels, had em on my B7 Avant. Like 'em better than the Avus, actually. - sieben 2008-12-01 07:30:00 (19 views) two thumbs up - best so far! - OOOOya 2008-11-30 08:55:22 (18 views) looking good there, you might wanna go for some spacers though (I went for 19's) - Ska2 2008-11-30 07:48:30 (67 views) would the spacers be for looks or performance? - DaveInSaltLake 2008-12-01 07:52:26 (18 views) yes 8-) OK, aside from the aesthetic improvement I noted somewhat better turn-in response. If you.. - pkrasusky 2008-12-01 08:35:51 (22 views) really dig the finish, look great congrats. And def. mucho better than predecessor 8-). Wow... - pkrasusky 2008-11-29 22:01:50 (26 views) Very nice! - skiracer1313 2008-11-29 14:39:49 (16 views) Re: I wont those for my s6 45 offset right? I need 35 - basso 2008-11-29 14:13:44 (21 views) I think they're 43 offset, IIRC. - DaveInSaltLake 2008-12-01 07:51:25 (13 views) Looks very good Dave! - ricoblanco 2008-11-29 13:11:32 (22 views)
So a friend of mine drove his 01 A8L thru the car wash with clogged drains and now the Dealer wants - TerminA8r 2008-11-29 10:57:01 (176 views) Update......... - TerminA8r 2008-11-30 15:01:36 (75 views) I would cancel the payment on the CC. - tozoM8 2008-11-30 19:35:47 (43 views) I'd tell them to - PaulW 2008-11-30 16:58:32 (48 views) 3.5 hours? Man, that's high. The TCU (as you know) is a 30 min swap at most. - A8CT 2008-11-30 16:08:56 (33 views) Update......... I guess the Dealer came to their senses, they refunded him the whole amount! - TerminA8r 2008-12-01 10:01:07 (27 views) OMG! The sky must be falling!!! - PaulW 2008-12-01 10:07:30 (18 views) Dry it out. Mine was completely underwater many, many times. - tonypai 2008-11-29 15:56:03 (89 views) ^^^^^ Now that is funny ^^^^^ - tozoM8 2008-11-29 19:13:16 (34 views) German engineering at its best. - tonypai 2008-11-29 19:52:59 (31 views) I was talking about your last comment :o) - tozoM8 2008-11-29 19:58:32 (28 views) nttawwt - JimR 2008-11-30 12:01:41 (15 views) Moon River.....! - tonypai 2008-11-29 20:27:15 (20 views) I'm the guy with the 02 A8 TCU - Ess8 2008-11-29 13:58:02 (67 views) I'm taking a look at the car tomorrow, so I'll let you know Monday. - TerminA8r 2008-11-29 14:41:28 (35 views) Too bad, I have one for a S8, but won't work on the A8 - PaulW 2008-11-29 12:41:37 (52 views) Pull it out, open it up and let it dry out... - TonyA8 2008-11-29 12:39:00 (61 views) agreed. open it & set it in front of a fan for a few hours. I wouldn't use anything as harsh - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-29 13:44:11 (50 views) or rinse it out with alcohol - CalG 2008-11-29 15:08:07 (45 views) Re: drove his 01 A8L thru the car wash with clogged drains and now the Dealer wa - toothandnail 2008-11-29 11:07:45 (90 views)
ECU/ECM - toothandnail 2008-11-29 09:55:34 (79 views) Re: ECU/ECM - toothandnail 2009-01-07 09:10:33 (0 views) Re: ECU/ECM - toothandnail 2008-11-29 09:56:51 (57 views) Re: ECU/ECM - CalG 2008-11-29 11:10:00 (53 views) Re: ECU/ECM - toothandnail 2008-11-29 12:00:32 (49 views) Location - CalG 2008-11-29 13:25:45 (46 views) Re: Location - toothandnail 2008-11-29 15:17:53 (40 views)
cheap 02 sensors dont work! - boonies 2008-11-29 09:27:43 (68 views) Bosch generic ones work great for about $90 each - PaulW 2008-11-29 12:43:07 (29 views) I ve had Bosch generic for over two years and still perfect-checked all - Always Overcharged 2008-11-29 12:46:58 (38 views) Re: cheap 02 sensors dont work! - Mex77 2008-11-29 09:35:50 (56 views)
torque converter problem - jakeisaacs 2008-11-29 07:34:16 (77 views) It is 2 separate problems - PaulW 2008-11-29 09:14:54 (78 views) VB replacement cost - CalG 2008-11-29 15:14:55 (49 views) I have been having the same thoughts. - mkurak 2008-11-30 15:54:27 (24 views) A quick look on the net - CalG 2008-11-30 16:23:31 (24 views)
this is a scary pic - roller failure - A8CT 2008-11-29 03:40:18 (226 views) One Reason - PaulW 2008-11-29 07:28:00 (119 views) Paul, what are your thoughts on going with an aftermarket thermostat? - MercutioATC 2008-11-29 09:07:12 (53 views) Doesn't sound like a bad idea to me - PaulW 2008-11-29 09:13:21 (49 views) Have you noticed any decrease in fuel mileage? - Sleeper8 2008-11-29 10:10:21 (22 views) I'm at 86k now, so the TB replacement is scheduled for this spring. - MercutioATC 2008-11-29 10:06:40 (33 views) I agree with PaulW 100% if you shop around the price difference is not big. - diogeniS8 2008-11-29 08:12:20 (96 views) Makes me want to tear the front end apart and replace everything. - mAgnum8 2008-11-29 06:18:51 (32 views)
any one have a sales brochure for 02 or 03 A8 to sell or lend? - awdinut 2008-11-28 23:11:11 (26 views) I have the '02 brochure, Canadian version. PM me if interested. - skiracer1313 2008-11-29 07:40:44 (17 views) Ed, you can download them from the "Resources" link above - A8CT 2008-11-29 05:33:52 (23 views) That's only tech data...I need color chips and photos - awdinut 2008-11-29 07:09:59 (14 views)
visit to the dealer - 3wall 2008-11-28 20:54:29 (107 views) car-part.com is your friend - Audis or VWs 4Life 2008-11-29 04:39:47 (49 views) No. I would recommend to find an independent mechanic, your dealer is robbing you. - tozoM8 2008-11-28 21:08:33 (68 views)
Looking for a pic of tire width comparisons...... - Mark'sA8L 2008-11-28 20:24:03 (59 views) A picture is worth nothing in this case - greenbird 2008-11-29 23:27:43 (26 views) . - PaulW 2008-11-29 07:30:36 (94 views) Thanks Paul - Mark'sA8L 2008-11-29 07:55:39 (22 views)
read this carefully :) - Baron von Murphy 2008-11-28 16:44:55 (243 views) Hrmm will this work on the S8 ? :) - joneze93tsi 2008-11-28 18:55:32 (42 views) Excuse my ignorance but who are these people and where are they? Physical address? - mAgnum8 2008-11-28 18:05:52 (80 views) Re: Excuse my ignorance but who are these people and where are they? Physical address? - kk's/c'd 2.8... 2008-12-01 14:57:32 (27 views) here you go - Mark'sA8L 2008-11-28 19:46:04 (104 views) Thank you. - mAgnum8 2008-11-29 06:15:04 (27 views)
Sorry, I couldn't help but to share this one. - mAgnum8 2008-11-28 14:45:16 (257 views) "Most of us will never see one of these in person."... unless you have been to Sfest:) - Dan McBoost 2008-11-29 12:27:03 (27 views) Beauuuuutiful! - MercutioATC 2008-11-28 18:35:04 (42 views)
paging dutch doofus... - kk's/c'd 2.8... 2008-11-28 14:07:36 (36 views)
I got these axles on ebay... Anyone tried em? - budavid 2008-11-28 12:52:18 (67 views) It seems you are the testbed here--what brand/label/country are they? - gondar 2008-11-29 17:52:07 (16 views)
Time to play guess that thing! (seriously) - chenishead 2008-11-28 10:18:28 (188 views) Like everyone said, V1. Follow the cable back to see where the unit is mounted. - - GT Style - 2008-11-29 05:59:48 (21 views) That'd be V1 riggin - Audis or VWs 4Life 2008-11-29 04:10:06 (14 views) It's a V1 box, 100% - Bruce M 2008-11-28 13:09:10 (32 views) Looks like some of my wiring for radar detector, same ground I used but kept .. - dS8 2008-11-28 10:56:07 (56 views) Could I ground my +12v relay to that point? - chenishead 2008-11-28 15:49:44 (29 views) I use that gnd point for a couple of relays (coil-side). No problems - jazbo123 2008-11-29 08:19:18 (16 views) You don't have to take the glove box out to get to the ground point I posted - PaulW 2008-11-28 18:36:45 (22 views) Thats alright, that ground for the V1 worked. - chenishead 2008-11-28 19:33:43 (26 views) Re: Looks like Valentine One (V1) wiring to me... - boonies 2008-11-28 11:28:51 (47 views) Definitely Valentine One (V1) wiring, I put the same thing in my car. - Biscuit141 2008-11-28 12:58:08 (27 views) Hmmm, time to look into V1 for myself. Can it be picked up by radar detector detectors? - chenishead 2008-11-28 15:47:52 (23 views) I think it can IIRC. The escort 9500ci on the other hand... - alextimmons 2008-11-29 09:21:44 (30 views) Thats like the k40 my other car had. Too bad my dad left the front radar detector on it. - chenishead 2008-11-29 09:36:35 (15 views)
Cam timing - toothandnail 2008-11-28 10:10:23 (69 views) I just had my ABZ apart...not normal - kupplung 2008-11-28 14:14:52 (61 views) Re: I just had my ABZ apart...not normal - toothandnail 2008-11-29 10:07:05 (38 views) Can you post some pictures? - PaulW 2008-11-29 12:44:13 (29 views) Re: Can you post some pictures? - toothandnail 2008-11-29 13:32:09 (29 views) Re: Can you post some pictures? - tozoM8 2008-11-29 15:02:04 (46 views) Re: Can you post some pictures? - toothandnail 2008-11-29 13:16:47 (36 views) Re: I just had my ABZ apart...not normal - toothandnail 2008-11-29 09:45:39 (47 views)
Memory Seat Part - raybog716 2008-11-28 09:25:55 (33 views) part # 893 959 769 - Always Overcharged 2008-11-28 13:13:43 (20 views)
A8CT, parts request - chenishead 2008-11-28 08:51:32 (106 views) I should the.. interior was untouched, let me check today - A8CT 2008-11-29 03:28:50 (16 views) OK, no problem - chenishead 2008-11-29 14:44:08 (15 views)
replacing climate control bulb - strevs8 2008-11-28 07:57:51 (44 views) Did you look at the FAQ in my sig file? It has directions for a pre facelift - PaulW 2008-11-28 09:54:39 (43 views) Re: Did you look at the FAQ in my sig file? It has directions for a pre facelift - strevs8 2008-11-29 08:38:19 (22 views) Re: Did you look at the FAQ in my sig file? It has directions for a pre facelift - CalG 2008-11-29 11:15:20 (27 views) Re: Did you look at the FAQ in my sig file? It has directions for a pre facelift - strevs8 2008-12-02 10:20:25 (14 views) tracking thread....I need to do this, too. - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-28 08:14:10 (28 views)
quick question - brunnhizzle 2008-11-27 23:25:22 (104 views) If you are looking for an amp, I might be selling mine - chenishead 2008-11-28 10:23:12 (56 views) No- you need to use a high-level input from one of the rear deck speakers. - skiracer 2008-11-28 07:45:31 (70 views) I'm using low level input into the Bose amp on my system. All you need...... - FadeA8 2008-11-28 11:07:15 (89 views) Hey, do you know if adding one of those Sven4's or something similar might reduce the hissing... - alextimmons 2008-11-28 11:14:45 (60 views) Here's where I grounded my sub woofer - PaulW 2008-11-28 18:40:14 (74 views) Re: Hey, do you know if adding one of those Sven4's or something similar might reduce the hissing... - FadeA8 2008-11-28 11:24:52 (63 views) You are the man. Do I just splice it in right behind the head unit? - alextimmons 2008-11-28 12:15:13 (59 views) Where you install it depends on your setup, what compoments do you have in your system? - FadeA8 2008-11-28 14:29:50 (49 views) It's just the stock Bose speakers with the Concert radio. Would really love to get rid of the - alextimmons 2008-11-29 09:37:49 (54 views)
Help please-Can anyone with a pre facelift car please measure the - Always Overcharged 2008-11-27 12:17:05 (81 views) How do I get the thread spec? - mAgnum8 2008-11-28 06:57:11 (21 views) the height from the floor to the top of the stop is the main thing-I can figure the thread - Always Overcharged 2008-11-28 11:58:28 (17 views) I trust this helps, it looks like it's about 1 3/4". - mAgnum8 2008-11-28 14:11:52 (43 views) ^^^^Oh yes, it's got a 19 mm head.^^^^ - mAgnum8 2008-11-28 14:17:28 (11 views) The distance fron the floor is not the height of the bolt... - mAgnum8 2008-11-28 14:38:05 (29 views) Thanks very muchly just what I needed :-} - Always Overcharged 2008-11-28 17:03:44 (10 views) You're very welcome. - mAgnum8 2008-11-28 18:01:03 (11 views) If you don't have it by Sunday evening, ping me. - JimR 2008-11-27 15:14:38 (32 views) thanks Jim will do- - Always Overcharged 2008-11-27 15:40:27 (19 views) Thanks all-turns out mine is a flat stop not raised as in later 5 spd cars - Always Overcharged 2008-11-30 23:46:55 (15 views)
New source of control arm clunking on my car - TonyA8 2008-11-27 08:59:59 (64 views) Is it on one of the pics on the steering rack replacement at Audipages? - JimR 2008-11-27 15:10:54 (52 views) Thanks for the link, it is in Satan's hole, Almost got it tight enough. - TonyA8 2008-11-27 19:20:34 (19 views)
Where is a good ground point behind the radio? - chenishead 2008-11-27 08:36:26 (38 views) Any brown wire will do - PaulW 2008-11-27 12:14:37 (92 views) Thanks PaulW! - chenishead 2008-11-27 12:41:02 (26 views) How do I remove the glove box or can I reach back there with it popped out? - chenishead 2008-11-27 15:36:58 (31 views) you got mail - Always Overcharged 2008-11-28 00:26:50 (23 views)
Best nav for D2 01? - Dansker 2008-11-26 19:48:59 (83 views) What kind of cost are you looking at to do something like that? - SlicerDicer 2008-11-28 12:28:12 (21 views) I like my RNS D and they're pretty cheap now. RNS E is advanced if you want to spend more money. - A8CT 2008-11-28 06:47:36 (23 views) If you want an easy install and factory look go with the rns-e - chenishead 2008-11-26 21:58:44 (67 views) Don't forget that with the RNS-E, the DIS directions won't work anymore. - DutchDoofus 2008-11-27 02:05:04 (46 views) Re: Don't forget that with the RNS-E, the DIS directions won't work anymore. - Mex77 2008-11-27 02:47:45 (133 views) Why not? They work on C5 A6 - thrash 2008-11-27 11:15:34 (36 views) Partly incompatible DIS. Use the search and look for posts from PaulW regarding this very subject. - DutchDoofus 2008-11-27 13:52:12 (29 views) Everything works but the Nav instructions, they don't come up - PaulW 2008-11-28 06:19:45 (21 views) What RNS-E did you get? (from what Audi model). The color matches nicely. Any trimming needed ? - DutchDoofus 2008-11-27 08:03:40 (46 views) A4 and A6 units fit, both require trimming. - chenishead 2008-11-27 08:34:46 (50 views) Re: A4 and A6 units fit, both require trimming. - csandbothe 2008-11-27 10:36:37 (43 views) Yes, but on an 03 the face plate will match correctly - chenishead 2008-11-27 10:41:43 (50 views) You don't have to hook up the GALA - PaulW 2008-11-27 12:08:27 (53 views) Doh! Just figured that one out! - chenishead 2008-11-27 13:18:18 (38 views) Re: Yes, but on an 03 the face plate will match correctly - Mex77 2008-11-27 11:19:36 (42 views) The A4 faceplate fits almost perfectly with about 20 minutes of work - PaulW 2008-11-27 12:12:10 (112 views) Re: The A4 faceplate fits almost perfectly with about 20 minutes of work - Mex77 2008-11-27 13:50:13 (54 views) Mine has the same lower gap on the RNS-E as the Symphony I radio had - PaulW 2008-11-28 05:48:00 (45 views)
Everyone, allow me to wish you all a HAPPY THANKSGIVING! - mAgnum8 2008-11-26 17:58:24 (30 views) Back at you! - ricoblanco 2008-11-26 20:31:17 (20 views) 2nd..that - Dansker 2008-11-26 19:49:52 (17 views)
Broken front spring.......... - kupplung 2008-11-26 15:46:38 (72 views) I had my fronts made from a heavier wire by a local spring maker-very happy - Always Overcharged 2008-11-26 22:24:48 (33 views) I might have an extra spring. I can look in the shop Friday. - tozoM8 2008-11-26 16:51:56 (27 views) That would be great . 1 brown and 1 silver paint mark. Should be std susp. - kupplung 2008-11-26 17:12:44 (30 views) Any luck Tozo? - kupplung 2008-11-28 14:18:17 (13 views) Thanks for looking, eibachs it is. - kupplung 2008-11-29 12:39:24 (12 views) No, sorry. I have one rear spring. - tozoM8 2008-11-28 16:00:04 (12 views) I don't see many options, Eibach, but no sport shocks to go with it...... - kupplung 2008-11-26 15:53:57 (35 views) Re: but no sport shocks to go with it...... TIP: Bilstein shocks (use search) - DutchDoofus 2008-11-27 08:34:51 (19 views)
:: ECS Tuning :: Annual ECS Tuning Holiday Sale and Holiday Give-A-Way !!! - ECS Tuning - Sales 2008-11-26 15:04:56 (88 views)
New S8 owner! - csandbothe 2008-11-26 12:57:14 (214 views) Congrats!! You'll love it. - MercutioATC 2008-11-28 18:43:30 (24 views) Re: New S8 owner! - csandbothe 2008-11-26 22:17:03 (55 views) Very nice and congratulations. Silver S8 here in NW Indiana. Bob - crossroads 2008-11-26 21:26:53 (32 views) Congrats / welcome! Great combo you've got yerself there - enjoy. - pkrasusky 2008-11-26 19:31:09 (30 views) Welcome aboard! - airbil 2008-11-26 19:01:23 (33 views) Welcome, looking forward to seeing pics of both cars! - S8Matt 2008-11-26 16:29:18 (40 views) Congratulations. - mAgnum8 2008-11-26 15:17:17 (33 views) I'll trade you for a weekend - PaulW 2008-11-26 14:11:43 (94 views) Congrats! This is Bruce, the warranty guy. There are a few in Chi-town, notably Tozo. :) - Bruce M 2008-11-26 13:28:22 (58 views) I have a bunch of A8s, but no S8 :( - tozoM8 2008-11-26 14:50:48 (53 views) Weird coincidence...I have an 01 S8 for sale, and can ship to Chicago for $450! :) - Bruce M 2008-11-26 20:27:23 (59 views) Or I can drive it to ya for free minus gas and a one way back to philly. - Audis or VWs 4Life 2008-11-29 12:39:06 (28 views) No sweat.....it's a nice problem to have! - Bruce M 2008-12-01 15:07:04 (15 views) Congrats, and LOL at your question. - JimR 2008-11-26 13:19:15 (47 views)
No affiliation - 18" BBS wheels/tires on DC Craiglist. Guy sounds desperate. - mpollan 2008-11-26 10:26:41 (120 views) The center cap said ASA, which are licensed by BBS. They are much cheaper than BBS if they are ASA.. - TSHong 2008-11-26 15:02:56 (24 views) nice looking, bet Steely Dan would like them ;-) - sieben 2008-11-26 13:09:41 (28 views)
How would someone go about fixing rear headrests and lumbar supports? - chenishead 2008-11-26 09:01:07 (72 views) I'm with you on that. Got one rear seat with broken up/down lumbar. :-( - alextimmons 2008-11-26 11:24:03 (40 views) Repair for the internals will be similar-sorry speed reading - Always Overcharged 2008-11-26 22:28:34 (25 views) Bing - Always Overcharged 2008-11-26 09:25:31 (72 views) Thanks, but thats for the front. I guess I have to take the rear seat out to fix those ones. - chenishead 2008-11-26 10:59:34 (23 views) easy -remove the base squab [two screws in front]then two screws under - Always Overcharged 2008-11-26 15:13:04 (41 views) Rear seat removal is pretty easy, without powered headrests and lumbar supports. - JimR 2008-11-26 11:26:07 (46 views) Re: Bing - mAgnum8 2008-11-26 09:33:56 (47 views)
Looking to get a ride in an S8 in minneapolis over the holiday - thrash 2008-11-25 18:54:45 (157 views) White (slowest color) 2001 S8 in Mpls....call if needed... - dS8 2008-11-26 17:29:16 (57 views) Having been down the same path earlier this year,.... - bpower1 2008-11-26 10:25:27 (78 views) Re: Looking to get a ride in an S8 in minneapolis over the holiday - JMohn 2008-11-26 07:32:40 (62 views) What's the motivation? Looking for one? I might be available late Saturday afternoon, dont know yet - TwinCitiesS8 2008-11-25 20:41:11 (54 views) dunno Ron - "I'd also like to check out the back seat and trunk arrangements" - hmmm 8-) - pkrasusky 2008-11-26 06:03:50 (73 views) dead hookers in the trunk.........dam PK you're the one that told ME about all trunk room!! :P - bac2h 2008-11-26 09:55:26 (38 views) neither confirms nor denies=========================> - pkrasusky 2008-11-26 10:46:23 (32 views) Happy Thanksgiving my friend........... - bac2h 2008-11-26 15:41:39 (22 views) I want to know if it's a car I should seriously consider - thrash 2008-11-25 21:30:31 (111 views) My $0.02- S8 for power and performance, A8L for luxury. - chenishead 2008-11-26 08:14:35 (81 views) Re: I want to know if it's a car I should seriously consider - brunnhizzle 2008-11-25 22:34:25 (93 views) They have bolt on ABH/ABZ parts at least... - thrash 2008-11-26 05:47:49 (77 views) You should-and I am selling mine [A8]-they are an excellent machine with - Always Overcharged 2008-11-25 21:57:07 (101 views) A8L - kids can't reach your seat back with their feet - great thing!!! - Dansker 2008-11-26 07:05:46 (64 views)
noob question - brunnhizzle 2008-11-25 18:11:30 (88 views) Forget the above post - read this if you happen to be an astute electrcian - brunnhizzle 2008-11-25 18:35:45 (93 views) If your instrument cluster is acting up while you are doing this test... - PaulW 2008-11-26 04:50:29 (59 views) Re: If your instrument cluster is acting up while you are doing this test... - brunnhizzle 2008-11-27 01:26:10 (25 views) Is your dash acting up when the "low voltage" side is working? - PaulW 2008-11-27 06:43:01 (22 views) Re: Is your dash acting up when the "low voltage" side is working? - brunnhizzle 2008-11-27 17:29:51 (19 views) Re: Forget the above post - read this if you happen to be an astute electrcian - PsYcHe UK 2008-11-25 23:46:13 (55 views) Re: Forget the above post - read this if you happen to be an astute electrcian - brunnhizzle 2008-11-27 01:19:57 (19 views)
Control arm time (again!). What's the consensus? Stealer/OEM? - 99A8Q 2008-11-25 14:13:34 (118 views) Avoid anything on ebay for arms. If you have a Carquest auto parts... - Mark'sA8L 2008-11-25 15:06:05 (129 views) 2nd on the OEM from Carson. Worth it. - Sleeper8 2008-11-25 15:33:08 (71 views) Re: 2nd on the OEM from Carson. Worth it. - killerwatts 2008-11-25 16:46:52 (79 views)
'02 Brake LIght Bulb Replacement - captdave311 2008-11-25 13:58:35 (110 views) easy: stop by the dealer and they change it for free! - dimitristx 2008-11-25 17:26:39 (53 views) Maybe your dealer. IIRC, mine charges .5 hours for bulb replacement. - audikillsbmw 2008-11-25 19:43:44 (35 views) That's criminal: what do they do w/ the other 29mins? - dimitristx 2008-12-06 08:38:02 (14 views) Undo cover with 1/4 turn knob in trunk, replace brake light bulb! - PaulW 2008-11-25 13:59:18 (63 views) Re: Undo cover with 1/4 turn knob in trunk, replace brake light bulb! - captdave311 2008-11-25 14:00:48 (73 views) It will reset itself. - alextimmons 2008-11-25 14:35:35 (43 views) Re: It will reset itself. - captdave311 2008-11-26 07:26:22 (34 views)
What to do when the dealer can't fix it... - pkirby 2008-11-25 12:37:58 (149 views) Does Bentley go into detail on the bumber install ? - pkirby 2008-11-27 05:43:16 (18 views) Well they got it back on for $98 bucks, not flawless but it will do - pkirby 2008-11-26 13:53:38 (35 views) if you're handy, there's not really much to the bumpers to get it perfect. - A8CT 2008-11-26 15:12:07 (30 views) Dealers are not body shops, they will fix mechanical issues but not most body work... - TwinCitiesS8 2008-11-25 21:01:40 (33 views) Maybe it's Billy Mays time? - jazbo123 2008-11-25 13:06:59 (92 views) Mighty Putty - thats the ticket. - pkirby 2008-11-25 16:32:22 (39 views) Beat them with the bumper and put it in the trunk.. - SlicerDicer 2008-11-25 12:45:11 (75 views) 2nd - ...if you want it done right.... - OOOOya 2008-11-25 18:55:49 (27 views)
Hunting and Dropout Fix, Dealership Style! Free too! - SlicerDicer 2008-11-25 11:37:29 (256 views) I got this recall notice but ignored it. - jazbo123 2008-11-25 12:14:10 (58 views) that's always a good idea... - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-25 13:51:52 (109 views) In this case the risk was so low as to not warrant the time taken... - jazbo123 2008-11-26 05:42:38 (44 views) assuming you are the only one driving it. it could easily turn to disaster if anyone else - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-26 07:22:08 (36 views) Nobody else drives it. But how is this different than a manual anyway? - jazbo123 2008-11-26 07:24:30 (37 views) I have a warped perspective on safety, given the fact that I audit workplace safety programs - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-26 08:16:19 (32 views) We all see the world throught the prism of our own experiences and knowledge! - jazbo123 2008-11-26 09:49:34 (30 views) knock on wood ;) - tehA8PIMP 2008-11-25 21:04:15 (26 views) how could that fix the hunting issue? I'll bet they did some sort of adaption sequence as part - A8CT 2008-11-25 11:50:19 (106 views) Re: how could that fix the hunting issue? I'll bet they did some sort of adaption sequence as part - KenE 2008-11-26 08:05:58 (44 views) I had mine done and it did not fix the hunting, thisi is what Ive done... - Cj7 2008-12-13 10:31:32 (17 views) I have no idea how it fixed it... - SlicerDicer 2008-11-25 12:32:24 (94 views) Have an idea? - CalG 2008-11-25 13:22:31 (105 views) I had the battery die not too long ago - SlicerDicer 2008-11-25 13:36:23 (78 views) Radio codes are not a secret to the dealer - CalG 2008-11-25 13:52:32 (72 views) I called the dealer and told them to tell me what was done. - SlicerDicer 2008-11-25 14:25:33 (87 views) I already have had the recall done. It is just a bracket that secures - Mark'sA8L 2008-11-25 15:15:17 (73 views) they replaced some cable on mine? - SlicerDicer 2008-11-25 15:52:18 (78 views) Talked with the dealer. - SlicerDicer 2008-11-27 09:16:38 (45 views) Part number in mail? - Squeeto 2008-11-27 12:21:27 (31 views) Re: Part number in mail? - SlicerDicer 2008-11-28 12:25:09 (23 views) sounds like the classic "the check is in the mail". I hope you really do hear something from them. - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-28 16:14:48 (21 views) I fear the same... I am quite frustrated with the dealer.. - SlicerDicer 2008-11-28 22:50:34 (26 views) ^^^I agree with that. My hunting disappeared after a battery change. Then reappeared. ^^^ - Beartrap 2008-11-25 13:27:43 (53 views) I doubt that it's fixed - PaulW 2008-11-25 13:19:23 (48 views)
clicking noise from dashboard - fkuk 2008-11-25 11:05:53 (73 views) Speedo whine... - boonies 2008-11-26 04:10:15 (34 views) There is no cable for the speedo. - tozoM8 2008-11-26 14:23:30 (24 views) typical A8 HVAC vent flap actuator motors clicking. If access to... - Mark'sA8L 2008-11-25 15:18:54 (72 views) my hvac flaps vibrate sometimes. sounds like a cross between a mini woodpecker and a piece of loose - DaveInSaltLake 2008-11-25 13:49:52 (47 views) I have the same woodpecker in my dash....in Kentucky. - TonyA8 2008-11-25 14:11:31 (43 views) Re: clicking noise from dashboard - CalG 2008-11-25 13:29:34 (91 views)
Is there a way to reset the "parking" sensor on the car? - Simkin 2008-11-25 10:40:47 (56 views) No. You probably have a busted sensor. Use VAG-COM to find out which one and replace it. - DutchDoofus 2008-11-26 05:01:39 (15 views)
New R8 wheels on my 2001 S8 - Excellr-A8 2008-11-25 10:30:53 (271 views) 'nother buckeye here, with "neu" (2 weeks) 2001 S8 - sieben 2008-12-03 09:28:19 (11 views) Very nice. Yep, factory wheels here in NE Ohio is the right idea. - mAgnum8 2008-11-25 17:56:35 (25 views) where u guys at in oh? im a cleveland boy eastside - mcarcane 2008-11-26 10:52:16 (21 views) Re: Live in Canton, Ohio but work in Cuyahoga Falls - Excellr-A8 2008-11-28 04:08:13 (16 views) NICE! Size, brand, source, cost if you will please? I want some! - dS8 2008-11-25 17:03:43 (40 views) Re: E-bay 18" R8 copy from O.E. Wheel Distributors for $559 - Excellr-A8 2008-11-28 04:12:16 (20 views) Very Nice! - JMohn 2008-11-25 14:40:34 (28 views) Re: Very Nice! - strevs8 2008-12-02 10:50:37 (10 views)
No need for an SUV when you have an A8 or S8 - Excellr-A8 2008-11-25 10:29:47 (303 views) It goes in the snow too. - mAgnum8 2008-11-25 17:57:38 (53 views) Very nice set up - summit25 2008-11-25 12:35:27 (166 views) Longest kayak I've ever seen! - dS8 2008-11-25 17:10:02 (39 views) It is a double at 21 feet 8 in. Also the pic does seem to exaggerate it - summit25 2008-11-25 18:06:49 (82 views) Absolutely beautiful in workmanship and finished product! But it looks like it.. - dS8 2008-11-25 18:54:56 (36 views) I'll trade you straight out if your tired of the s8 - summit25 2008-11-25 19:04:01 (36 views) What year? Original transmission? - TonyA8 2008-11-25 12:22:34 (60 views) Re: 1998 and original transmission lasted to 225,000. - Excellr-A8 2008-11-28 04:15:45 (22 views)
PN for cruise control / light stalk? - alextimmons 2008-11-25 08:44:54 (30 views)
99 A8, does transmission rattle on cold start (30 F.)? - mAgnum8 2008-11-25 08:19:38 (63 views) It could also be - ricoblanco 2008-11-25 10:14:40 (50 views) it might be one of your catalytic converter. same area so one might think its the tran and - Ali A8 2008-11-25 09:34:42 (43 views) Thanks guys. - mAgnum8 2008-11-25 17:51:44 (21 views)
What have they done to my ECU? - Mex77 2008-11-25 08:03:32 (177 views) Whoa..That's the infamous number 13!!! After 12 tries they finally got it correct. - dS8 2008-11-25 17:13:28 (41 views) Re: Whoa..That's the infamous number 13!!! After 12 tries they finally got it correct. - Mex77 2008-11-26 01:11:35 (69 views) Modified in what way?...they changed the # of course! - boonies 2008-11-26 04:14:06 (27 views) Re: Modified in what way?...they changed the # of course! - Mex77 2008-11-26 06:16:43 (35 views) Re: Whoa..That's the infamous number 13!!! After 12 tries they finally got it correct. - Mex77 2008-11-26 00:58:26 (69 views)
D3 Envy? No more! Audio & Telematics install.......(long) - FadeA8 2008-11-25 00:18:31 (409 views) I put my antenna on the center of the dash next to the windshield and routed cable along the dash/ - Reggie 2008-11-27 18:03:38 (22 views) Re: D3 Envy? No more! Audio & Telematics install.......(long) - mcarcane 2008-11-25 08:49:05 (127 views) Have the insulated glass? That's what's causing your problem, many here can vouch for that. - alextimmons 2008-11-25 08:40:53 (34 views) Warm Weather Package? - TwoTonic 2008-11-25 08:42:51 (46 views) Yes sir! According to ETKA, there are 3 varieties of glass offered for all windows... - alextimmons 2008-11-25 22:17:15 (31 views) I like your taste in beer. - mAgnum8 2008-11-25 08:17:19 (38 views) Another one for me to try! :-) - ricoblanco 2008-11-25 10:18:12 (27 views) May want to run a ground wire to one foot on each of the units on the plastic boards. - skiracer 2008-11-25 07:47:27 (49 views) Why would I need to ground the plastic pieces? I was wondering why ther battery cover was grounded.. - FadeA8 2008-11-25 09:06:36 (39 views) You're not grounding the plastic, you are grounding the chassis of the electronics..... - skiracer 2008-11-25 11:12:46 (39 views) Right - to replace the battery I'd have to remove the amp, but it's only 4 screws - FadeA8 2008-11-25 11:19:04 (30 views) Duct tape is all over these cars- amazing. But it does its job ;-) - skiracer 2008-11-25 07:35:04 (40 views) Question: What color combo do you have? Your interior looks like platinum. - Push That Tush 2008-11-25 05:42:11 (46 views) The interior is gray, not sure the Audi speak but platinum sounds about right........ - FadeA8 2008-11-25 09:13:32 (31 views) Re: Duct tape and antenna - JimR 2008-11-25 04:37:29 (197 views) The painted antenna looks nice...that's what I'd like to do....but I have 2 of them, sat and nav.... - FadeA8 2008-11-25 11:28:19 (45 views) That's what I would do - PaulW 2008-11-25 06:32:37 (82 views)
Kick-down switch on pre-facelift cars? - alextimmons 2008-11-24 23:09:51 (62 views) under the pedal I believe or around that mechanism - Always Overcharged 2008-11-24 23:45:38 (32 views)
would this do any damage? - A8thegreat 2008-11-24 19:54:53 (128 views) disconnect the - first and then + then reconnect in reverse order - Always Overcharged 2008-11-24 23:49:18 (37 views) Always Overcharged, wouldn't you disconnect the - last and reconnect it first? - mAgnum8 2008-11-25 08:24:38 (38 views) Yes Definiteley the negative first then positive install in reverse order - Always Overcharged 2008-11-25 10:30:03 (45 views) The reason to disconnect negative first is that you then do not have an opportunity to make - Sleeper8 2008-11-25 14:31:15 (68 views) Probably is myth but my OEM handbook says never disconnect Battery while running - Always Overcharged 2008-11-25 19:43:35 (30 views) Hard to argue with the OEM handbook, but from a practical point of view I have to think - Sleeper8 2008-11-26 04:29:28 (20 views) After getting lots of opinions - all agree with Overcharged. - jazbo123 2008-11-25 08:48:53 (29 views) No, just make sure you have your radio code handy. - alextimmons 2008-11-24 20:41:18 (35 views) Re: No, just make sure you have your radio code handy. - brunnhizzle 2008-11-24 22:50:49 (50 views) Re: No, just make sure you have your radio code handy. - Kneale Brownson 2008-11-25 07:17:04 (42 views) It's strange, because I have never had to enter that code... Radio never shows SAFE. Handy! - alextimmons 2008-11-25 08:41:51 (28 views)
The TozoTranzFixed Transmission Emporium and Bible Study - airbil 2008-11-24 19:32:48 (206 views) Re: The TozoTranzFixed Transmission Emporium and Bible Study - theAdmiral 2008-12-04 07:05:27 (20 views) Humm, maybe I should plan my Spring Break week to be in ChiTown! - brittcrowell 2008-11-26 14:30:22 (27 views) How about Christmas break :) - tozoM8 2008-11-26 14:52:02 (27 views) Gabor you should just start your own A8 trannie rebuild business. - Audis or VWs 4Life 2008-11-25 12:03:20 (59 views) I have a spare A8 and S8 tranny ready to install. - tozoM8 2008-11-25 17:03:23 (72 views) Gabor: Manaual Transmission - cacophonix 2008-11-26 05:37:34 (51 views) I hear its about 3 million Hungarian Forint - Audis or VWs 4Life 2008-11-26 06:29:16 (29 views) It's the Harvest Bible Church - PaulW 2008-11-25 06:36:21 (92 views) is the reverse repair as intensive as a tranny swap? - tehA8PIMP 2008-11-25 07:09:26 (65 views) The lord sees all ya know - airbil 2008-11-25 07:00:42 (62 views) yep, I have the '04 disc in my wife's car and it's not that bad. Useless with the '00 and '01 discs. - A8CT 2008-11-25 10:14:31 (45 views) I have considered a trip to Tozo's when my 2002A8L hits - OneLong8 2008-11-25 06:28:28 (78 views) The thing is - airbil 2008-11-25 07:11:36 (65 views) Great post. I plan on visiting Tozo Q1 of 2009 during a biz trip - heads up Gabor! - jazbo123 2008-11-25 05:53:01 (46 views) Opinion seconded! - cacophonix 2008-11-24 20:33:40 (68 views) Thanks for the kind words! Your car is in excellent shape. I need to get a facelift A/S8. - tozoM8 2008-11-24 20:05:07 (85 views) Re: Thanks for the kind words! Your car is in excellent shape. I need to get a facelift A/S8. - brunnhizzle 2008-11-25 16:45:16 (49 views) Yes, it's called S8. - tozoM8 2008-11-25 17:01:29 (41 views)
Another Fuel pump question - summit25 2008-11-24 17:55:24 (71 views) I'm planning on doing this in a couple of weeks myself. Here's what I know: - A8CT 2008-11-25 11:46:23 (41 views) Yes is does appear that the pumps are the same from 98-2000 at least. - summit25 2008-11-25 12:20:47 (36 views) yeah, you don't see the part # until you add it to the cart. - A8CT 2008-11-25 13:14:28 (25 views) that is interesting - summit25 2008-11-25 14:35:40 (26 views) Pump no where to be found :( - summit25 2008-11-25 07:53:31 (62 views) Interesting - PaulW 2008-11-25 08:43:01 (62 views) your link looks interesting Paul - summit25 2008-11-25 12:09:40 (35 views) did someone post the part# and a link? I'm sure I clicked and looked at the pump recently - $160?? - A8CT 2008-11-25 11:21:05 (27 views) They should be the same. I have a used 00' fuel pump in my 97'. - tozoM8 2008-11-24 18:07:42 (47 views) Re: They should be the same. 97-98-01 - TwoTonic 2008-11-25 08:46:09 (33 views)
I love my S8 but sometimes it drives me mad... - pkirby 2008-11-24 16:58:33 (156 views) in the week I've had mine... I've scraped the front airdam on many a driveway threshold - sieben 2008-11-25 08:52:23 (34 views) Sorry to hear that, I know your pain, my girlfriend ripped the bumper off my old car like that! - S8Matt 2008-11-24 17:31:59 (42 views) if only we could design an engine cover that bolts - tehA8PIMP 2008-11-25 07:13:34 (48 views)

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